Food-Grade TBHQ (tert-Butylhydroquinone) Crystals
Food-grade TBHQ crystals are a highly purified form of tert-Butylhydroquinone approved by FDA for use as an antioxidant in edible oils, shortenings, and baked goods at levels up to 0.02%. This polyphenolic compound is specifically enumerated under HTS 2907.29.25.00 due to its chemical structure as a tert-butyl substituted hydroquinone. It prevents rancidity and extends shelf life in lipid-containing foods.
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Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If diluted with carriers for prepared food additive use
Diluted preparations for specific food applications may classify as mixtures under 3824 rather than pure Chapter 29 compounds, especially if solvent-added per note 29(e).
If not specifically enumerated as tert-butylhydroquinone
Other polyphenols not matching the exact subheading description fall into the residual 'other' category within the same heading.
If combined with mineral nutrients for agricultural use
Fertilizer preparations containing organic compounds are excluded from Chapter 29 and classified under Chapter 31.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Include FDA prior notice for food additives and ensure labeling meets 21 CFR 172.185 specifications; test for heavy metals and impurities before shipment; avoid packaging that suggests retail sale to prevent reclassification
Related Products under HTS 2907.29.25.00
tert-Butylhydroquinone (TBHQ) Antioxidant Powder
tert-Butylhydroquinone (TBHQ) is a synthetic phenolic antioxidant used primarily to preserve fats and oils in food products by inhibiting oxidation. As a polyphenolic compound with the specific chemical structure matching this HTS subheading, it falls under 2907.29.25.00 for import classification. It is typically supplied as a white to light tan crystalline powder.
Industrial TBHQ (tert-Butylhydroquinone) Flakes
Industrial-grade TBHQ flakes serve as an antioxidant stabilizer for petroleum products, rubber, and plastics, preventing oxidative degradation during storage and processing. Classified under HTS 2907.29.25.00 as it is a distinct polyphenolic compound fitting the phenol-alcohols category in Chapter 29. These flakes dissolve readily in organic solvents for easy incorporation.
Pharmaceutical-Grade tert-Butylhydroquinone
Pharmaceutical-grade TBHQ is a USP-compliant polyphenolic antioxidant used in drug formulations to protect active ingredients from oxidation, particularly in topical creams and injectables. It matches HTS 2907.29.25.00 as a specifically named polyphenol; phenol-alcohol derivative. High purity ensures stability in sensitive medicinal products.
Cosmetic TBHQ Antioxidant Pellets
TBHQ pellets formulated for cosmetics act as a lipid peroxidation inhibitor in creams, lotions, and lip products, maintaining product integrity against atmospheric oxygen. As pure tert-Butylhydroquinone, it is classified under HTS 2907.29.25.00 per Chapter 29 for separate chemically defined polyphenols. Pelleted form aids precise metering in formulations.